What to watch in Australia in August 2025

FX's Alien: Earth | Disney Plus | All episodes available
When the suspicious deep-space research vessel crashes on Earth, Wendy and a ragtag group of soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat.

Dead Hot (Limited Series) | HBO Max | All episodes available
Five years ago, Elliot’s partner, Peter, went missing, leaving behind just a severed finger. Now, Elliot lives with his best friend and Peter's twin, Jess. Elliot and Jess still cling to hope that they’ll find out what happened to Peter. Scarred from this trauma, Elliot swore he would never love again... That is, until he met Will. But when ghosts of the past start to reappear, Elliot and Jess are determined to find out if he is being targeted – or if Peter is still alive.

The Kingdom (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | All episodes available
This six-episode ESPN Original Series documents the Kansas City Chiefs' history and modern-day dynasty, all told through unprecedented access to the 2024 season.

America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys | Netflix | All episodes available
Following the success of "America's Sweethearts", this new docuseries, "America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys", is the definitive story of the Dallas Cowboys and Jerry Jones’ impact on NFL history.

The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox (Limited Series) | Disney Plus | August 20 | All episodes available
This new limited Disney Plus series is inspired by the story of how Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted for the tragic murder of her roommate, Meredith Kercher, and her 16-year journey to set herself free.

Invasion (Season 3) | Apple TV Plus | August 22 | All episodes available
Back for season three, "Invasion" is a sweeping, character-driven science fiction drama series that follows an alien invasion through different perspectives around the world.

Peacemaker (Season 2) | HBO Max | August 22 | New episodes weekly
The second season of this hit HBO original follows Chris Smith — a.k.a. Peacemaker — the vigilante superhero, as he struggles to reconcile his past while continuing to kick villainous butt in his misguided quest for peace at any cost.

Upload (Season 4) | Prime Video | August 25 | All episodes available
Upload is a sci-fi comedy series set in a technologically advanced future where holographic phones, self-driving vehicles, AI assistance, and 3D food printers are the norm. And, forget about dying – instead, you’ll be “uploaded” to a virtual reality afterlife — if you can afford it. In the four-part finale, sentient AI rapidly turns evil and threatens to wipe out Lakeview (and the world).

The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (Season 1) | Prime Video | August 27 | All episodes available
"The Terminal List: Dark Wolf" is a prequel series with an origin story that follows Ben Edwards (Taylor Kitsch) throughout his journey from the Navy SEALs to the clandestine side of CIA Special Operations.

Shipwreck Hunters Australia (Season 2) | Disney Plus | August 27 | All episodes available
Propelled by the unprecedented success of their expeditions featured in season one, the Shipwreck Hunters Australia team are more excited than ever. Obsessed by the wonders of the natural world, the Hunters have levelled up in preparation for what’s ahead.

My Life with the Walter Boys (Season 2) | Netflix | August 28 | All episodes available
Following the loss of her family in a tragic accident, 15-year-old Jackie Howard has to learn to adapt to a new life in rural Colorado with her guardian — and eight very rowdy boys.

My Oxford Year | Netflix
When Anna (Sofia Carson), an ambitious young American woman, sets out for the University of Oxford to fulfil a childhood dream, she’s got her life completely on track... Until she meets a charming and clever Jamie (Corey Mylchreest), who profoundly changes her plans.

The Pickup | Prime Video
A routine cash pickup takes a wild turn when two mismatched truck drivers, Russell (Eddie Murphy) and Travis (Pete Davidson), are ambushed by criminals led by a savvy mastermind, Zoe (Keke Palmer).

Final Destination: Bloodlines | HBO Max
Plagued by a violent recurring nightmare, college student Stefani (Kaitlyn Santa Juana) heads home to track down the one person who might be able to break the cycle — her grandmother, Iris — and save her family from the horrid demise that awaits them all.

Top End Wedding | Prime Video
This hilarious, heart-warmer comedy is the story of successful Sydney-based lawyer, Lauren (Miranda Tapsell), and her fiancée, Ned (Gwilym Lee). Engaged and in love, they have just one day to find Lauren's mother, who has gone AWOL somewhere in the Northern Territory, reunite her parents and pull off their dream Top End Wedding.

Night Always Comes | Netflix | August 15
Based on the best-selling novel, "Night Always Comes" follows Lynette (Vanessa Kirby), a woman who risks everything to secure the house that represents a future for her family. On a dangerous odyssey through a single night, Lynette is forced to confront her dark past in order to finally break free.

Limitless: Live Better Now | Disney Plus | August 15
Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to explore science-backed ways to improve our health. He learns to drum for a surprise stadium gig; climbs a frozen 600-foot wall to explore the benefits of breaking out of our comfort zones; and embraces brutal Special Forces training in South Korea — all to discover how we can live longer, better lives.

The Map That Leads to You | Prime Video | August 20
"The Map That Leads to You" follows Heather (Madeline Cline), a young woman setting off on an adventure across Europe with her best friends before settling into her perfectly planned life. When she crosses paths with Jack (KJ Apa), a magnetic and mysterious stranger, their instant spark ignites a journey neither of them expected.

Eenie Meanie | Disney Plus | August 22
"Eenie Meanie" is an original film that follows a former teenage getaway driver (Samantha Weaving) who is dragged back into her unsavoury past when a previous employer offers her the chance to save the life of her chronically unreliable ex-boyfriend.

The Thursday Murder Club | Netflix | August 28
Based on Richard Osman’s novel of the same name, the new film follows four retirees — Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) — who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit.

Butterfly (Season 1) | Prime Video | All episodes available
Butterfly is focused on David Jung, an enigmatic former US intelligence operative living in South Korea, whose life is blown to pieces when his past actions come back to haunt him. He soon finds himself getting pursued by Rebecca, a sociopathic young agent assigned to kill him, and Caddis, the sinister spy organisation she works for.

Wednesday (Season 2 - Part 1) | Netflix | Four episodes available
Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) returns to the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem.

Outlander: Blood of my Blood (Season 1) | Stan | New episodes weekly
The highly anticipated prequel, Outlander: Blood of my Blood, is a romantic tale that unfolds across time. From the battlefields of WWI to 18th-century Scotland, two fated couples must defy forces that seek to tear them apart.

Playing Gracie Darling | Paramount Plus | All episodes available
When Joni was fourteen, her best friend Gracie Darling disappeared during a séance. Some 27 years later, local teens still get their kicks "Playing Gracie Darling," a spooky game named after the girl who vanished. But when another young girl disappears under eerily similar circumstances, Joni is forced to confront her past and the secrets that never stayed buried.

The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer (Season 3) | Binge | New episodes weekly
In the third entry of the critically acclaimed series, things get personal for Brett Colby (Sam Neill) after he is thrust into a murder trial to defend the husband of a lifelong friend accused of murder. As the trial unravels a deeper mystery, an ageing cold case is reopened, and the twelve jurors sworn in find their own lives changed by the experience.

FX's Necaxa | Disney Plus | All episodes available
Eva Longoria enlists Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds to reignite the soul of one of Mexico’s oldest and most-loved football clubs, Club Necaxa.

Shark Week | HBO Max | New episodes daily
From daring free-divers dancing underwater to experts recreating dangerous shark attack scenarios, these are not your average shark shows this Shark Week on HBO Max! This year, shark fanatics will be transported right into the action with moments never seen on TV before. With epic bites of content to sink your teeth into, you won't be able to miss a second.

Platonic (Season 2) | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available
Season two of this Apple TV show picks up with everyone’s favourite pair of best friends (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) as they contend with new midlife hurdles, including work, weddings and partners. The duo tries their best to be each other’s rock — but sometimes rocks break things.

The Idaho Student Murders | Binge | All episodes available
The Idaho Student Murders examines the shocking 2022 deaths of four University of Idaho students. The docuseries details the investigation, media frenzy and eventual arrest of suspect Bryan Kohberger.

The Yogurt Shop Murders | HBO Max | New episodes weekly
This series explores the complex questions and trauma left by an unsolved case, in 1991, in which four teenage girls were brutally murdered at a frozen yogurt shop in Texas.

Chief of War | Apple TV Plus | All episodes available
Helmed by a predominantly Polynesian cast starring Jason Momoa, "Chief of War" follows the epic telling of the unification and colonisation of Hawai’i at the turn of the 18th century.

Eyes of Wakanda | Disney Plus | All episodes available
Marvel Animation’s new series "Eyes of Wakanda" follows the adventures of brave Wakandan warriors throughout history. In this globe-trotting adventure, the heroes carry out dangerous missions to retrieve Vibranium artifacts from the enemies of the nation.

Yes, Chef | Binge | New episodes weekly
"Yes, Chef" features twelve highly skilled chefs who all have natural talent, but their egos are holding them back. In this competition, the chefs will have to prove they have the culinary chops and the right attitude to make it to the end — especially in front of well-known judges, Martha Stewart and José Andrés.

Twisted Metal (Season 2) | Stan | Triple episode premiere, then new episodes weekly
After the revelations revealed in the season one finale, John and Quiet find themselves entering the deadly Twisted Metal tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso. As they try to survive an onslaught of dangerous new foes and familiar faces, things get complicated for John when he reunites with his long-lost sister, the vigilante Dollface.

Leanne | Netflix | All episodes available
Netflix's newest original showcases how Leanne's life takes an unexpected turn when her husband of 33 years leaves her for another woman. Starting over when you're a grandmother and in menopause isn't exactly what she had in mind, but with the help of her family, she will navigate this new chapter with grace, dignity, and jello salad.

Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes | Netflix | All episodes available
One of the greatest manhunts in New York City history comes to life in this gripping three-part series. This iteration of the Conversations with a Killer series takes viewers inside the NYPD’s desperate race to catch the infamous killer — and into the disturbing mind of David Berkowitz himself.

Washington Black | Disney Plus | All episodes available
Based on the bestselling novel of the same name, the series follows the 19th-century odyssey of George Washington "Wash" Black, an eleven-year-old boy born on a Barbados sugar plantation, whose prodigious scientific mind sets him on a path of unexpected destiny.

The Summer I Turned Pretty (Season 3) | Prime Video | Double episode premiere, then new episodes weekly
It’s the end of her junior year of college, and Belly’s looking forward to another summer in Cousins with her soulmate, Jeremiah. Her future seems set, until some earth-shattering events bring her first love Conrad back into her life. Now on the brink of adulthood, Belly finds herself at a crossroads and must decide which brother has her heart.

Billy Joel: And So It Goes | Max | New episodes weekly
This Max series is an expansive portrait of the life and music of Billy Joel, exploring the love, loss, and personal struggles that fuel his songwriting.

Bookish | Max | Two episodes weekly
Set in post-war London, Gabriel Book, a literary enthusiast and bookseller, combines his day job with his favourite hobby — helping solve knotty murder cases. Although happily married to his best friend, Trottie, Book is a gay man at a time when homosexuality was illegal. When a new assistant, Jack, arrives at the shop, it soon becomes clear his appointment wasn’t as random as it at first seems.

The Institute | Stan | Double episode premiere, then new episodes weekly
Stan's latest thriller series observes teen genius Luke Ellis, who is kidnapped and awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there the same way he did and who are all possessed of unusual abilities.

Happy Gilmore 2 | Netflix
A mere thirty years after winning his first Tour Championship, retired golfer Happy Gilmore returns to the sport to pay for his daughter Vienna's ballet school.

Heads of State | Prime Video
In this action-comedy film, the UK Prime Minister Sam Clarke (Idris Elba) and U.S. President Will Derringer (John Cena) have a not-so-friendly, very public rivalry that jeopardises their countries’ relationship. But when they become the targets of a powerful and ruthless foreign adversary, they are begrudgingly forced to rely on the only two people they can trust: each other. Alongside MI6 agent Noel Bisset (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), they must go on the run and find a way to work together.

Dear Ms: A Revolution in Print | Max
After launching its first trailblazing issue in 1972 and still publishing today, Ms. magazine revolutionised the feminist movement, igniting provocative conversations about issues that impact women, from politics to harassment. In this Max documentary, three filmmakers select iconic cover stories and explore the complexities of creating a magazine that was unafraid to tackle challenging — and often polarising — issues.

Sinners | Max
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.

Jaws @ 50 | Disney Plus
This Disney Plus addition is the authorised documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Alongside Steven Spielberg, JAWS @ 50 charts the extraordinary journey from Peter Benchley’s bestselling novel to one of the most iconic films ever made.

1. Squid Game (Season 2) | Drama / Thriller | 1h per episode

Three years after winning Squid Game, Player 456 gave up on going to the States and comes back with a new resolution in his mind. Gi-hun once again dives into the mysterious survival game and fights once again for his chance at the prize of 456 million won.

• Stream Squid Game on Netflix now.

2. The White Lotus (Season 3) | Drama / Thriller | 1hr per episode
The social satire is set at an exclusive Thai resort and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over a week. Season 3's ensemble cast includes Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Lek Patravadi, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, and Aimee Lou Wood.

• Stream The White Lotus on Binge from February 17.

3. Black Doves | Spy / Thriller | 1hr per episode
Set in London at Christmas, this film follows Helen Webb (Keira Knightley) a quick-witted, dedicated wife and mother, who's also a professional spy. For 10 years, she's been passing her politician husband's secrets to the shadowy organisation she works for, the Black Doves. When her secret lover is assassinated, she must set off on a mission to investigate who killed him and why, and how it all links the murky London underworld to a looming political crisis.

• Stream Black Doves on Netflix now.

4. Invincible | Animation / Action | 48mins per episode
Based on the award-winning comic book series, Invincible follows 17-year-old Mark Grayson as he inherits his father’s superpowers and sets out to become Earth’s greatest defender, only to discover the job is more challenging than he could have ever imagined.

• Stream Invincible on Prime Video now.

5. The Recruit | Crime / Thriller | 54mins per episode

Netflix's poster boy, Noah Centineo is back for Season Two of "The Recruit". The season finds CIA Lawyer, Owen Hendricks (Centineo), pulled into a life-threatening espionage situation in South Korea, only to realise that the bigger threat just might be coming from inside the Agency.

• Stream The Recruit on Netflix now.

6. Severance (Season 2) | Thriller / Sci-Fi | 48mins per episode

In season two of this hit Apple TV Plus show, Mark and his friends learn the dire consequences of trifling with the severance barrier, leading them further down a path of woe.

• Stream Severance on Apple TV Plus now.

7. Paradise (Season 1) | Drama / Thriller | 51mins per episode

Set in a serene community inhabited by some of the world's most prominent individuals, this tranquillity explodes when a shocking murder occurs and a high-stakes investigation unfolds.

• Stream Paradise on Disney Plus now.

8. Apple Cider Vinegar | Biography / Drama / Crime | 55mins per episode

Based on a somewhat real story of an Australian influencer, Belle Gibson (played by Kaitlyn Dever) and her friend Milla (Alycia Debnam-Carey) use their online platforms to 'cure' people of their life-threatening illnesses through health and wellness, influencing their global online communities along the way... all of which would be incredibly inspiring if it were all true.

• Stream Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix now.

9. The Pitt (Season 1) | Medical Drama | 52mins per episode

The Pitt is a realistic examination of the challenges facing healthcare workers as seen through the lens of the frontline heroes working in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Each episode follows an hour of Dr. Robby’s (Noah Wyle) 15-hour shift as the chief attendant in the emergency room.

• Stream The Pitt on Binge now.

10. High Potential | Comedy / Crime | 29mins per episode

"High Potential" follows a single mum whose unconventional knack for solving crimes leads to an unusual and unstoppable partnership with a seasoned detective.

• Stream High Potential on Disney Plus now.

1. Wicked | Musical / Fantasy | 2hr 40min

Inspired by the hit Broadway musical, Wicked tells the story of the witches of Oz. Cynthia Erivo stars as Elphaba, who is constantly misunderstood due to her unusual green skin and has yet to discover her true power. Ariana Grande plays Galinda, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two cross paths as students of Shiz University and forge an unlikely but profound friendship, until it reaches a crossroads when their lives take very different turns.

• Rent or buy Wicked on Prime Video now.

2. Juror #2 | Mystery / Thriller | 1hr 54min

This thriller film follows family man, Justin Kemp (Nicholas Hoult) as the titular Juror #2. While serving as a juror in a high-profile murder trial, Justin finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma — one that he could use to sway the jury and potentially free or convict the accused murderer.

• Rent or buy Juror #2 on Apple TV Plus now.

3. Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 19min

In this brand new epic adventure, "Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl", Gromit’s concern that Wallace is becoming too dependent on his inventions proves justified, when Wallace invents a “smart” gnome that seems to develop a mind of its own.

• Watch Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl on Netflix now.

4. Deadpool & Wolverine | Action / Comedy | 2h 8mins

In the third instalment in Deadpool's franchise, his peaceful existence comes crashing down when the TVA recruits him to help safeguard the universe — in which he pairs up with would-be pal, Wolverine, to complete his mission.

• Watch Deadpool & Wolverine on Disney Plus now.

5. Dune: Part Two | Sci-Fi / Action / Adventure | 2h 46mins

In the second film of this epic space tale, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) unites with Chani (Zendaya) and the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, Paul fights to prevent a terrible future that only he can foresee.

• Watch Dune: Part Two on Binge or Netflix now.

6. Inside Out 2 | Comedy / Animation | 1hr 36mins

As the highest-grossing animated film of all time, this Disney Pixar sequel is a must-watch. Following on from the events of the first film, Riley and her Emotions — Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness — are faced with all new challenges now that Riley is a preteen, including a slightly batty, but loveable new Emotion, Anxiety.

• Watch Inside Out 2 on Disney Plus now.

7. Twisters | Drama/History | 2hr 2mins

Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, this remake of the classic film blew audiences away. Edgar-Jones is Kate Cooper, a former storm chaser who is lured back to the open plains to test a new technology. Along the way, she crosses paths with Tyler Owens (Powell), a charming and reckless social media star who thrives on posting his storm-chasing adventures online.

• Rent or buy Twisters on Prime Video or Apple TV.

8. Carry On | Thriller / Action | 1h 59mins

A young TSA agent (Taron Edgerton) fights to outsmart a mysterious traveller who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight.

• Watch Carry On on Netflix now.

9. The Substance | Horror / Drama | 2h 21mins

This satirical body horror film follows fading celebrity, Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), who after being fired due to her age, uses a black market drug that creates a younger version of herself (Margaret Qualley) with unexpected side effects.

• Rent or buy The Substance now on Apple TV or Prime Video.

10. Cunk on Life | Documentary / Comedy | 1h 10mins

Pioneering documentary maker, Philomena Cunk is back with her most ambitious quest to date: venturing the universe to examine life and everything in between to discover the point of it all. Along the way, Cunk interrogates experts on subjects like the Big Bang to biology and art.

• Watch Cunk on Life on Netflix now.